Description
Shrimp Alfredo is a creamy and indulgent pasta dish that combines tender shrimp with a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and preparation time, allowing you to impress family and friends with a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté the shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet.
- 3. Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream, heating gently while whisking until simmering (about 2 minutes). Stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- 4. Combine: Add cooked pasta and sautéed shrimp back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss until everything is well coated.
- 5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 210mg